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Debtors and receiving payments

Your business relies on customers paying on time, every time. Here’s how to make sure you get paid, why you should avoid offering credit – and how to set up good systems to reduce the risk of late payments.

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Five steps to get paid promptly

Cash flow is the lifeblood of every business, so it’s important to review your payment procedures regularly to make sure you’re set up for success. These five steps will help you strengthen your cash flow and eliminate many debt problems before they occur.

Five steps to get paid promptly

An invoicing system to make sure you get paid

Without an efficient system for invoicing customers or clients, and for following up on slow payers, your business might be heading for debt collection problems. Here’s a simple system you can use to make sure you get paid on time.

An invoicing system to make sure you get paid

What to consider when offering credit

Credit can be a useful business tool. But the longer you wait for payment, the more likely your business will run into cash flow problems. So what’s the best procedure for managing credit? Here are our top tips.

What to consider when offering credit

What to have in your debtor management procedure

Managing your debtors is necessary if you want to keep your bottom line healthy. The good news is you can avoid a lot of hassle by acting early. 

Your debtor management procedure

Common payment traps to avoid

Things won’t always go your way in business – but you can avoid many mistakes by knowing what to look for. This guide outlines common payment problems and proactive steps to minimise your risk.

Common payment traps to avoid

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